Description: 2:31 minutes. YouTube video on topic of how RFID works. Link is to YouTube video that gives visual examples of RFID applications & uses. Source: CBN, YouTube Video Date: 1/1/2007 Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yNPDgudPmXE Discussion Questions: 1. How can RFID help supply chain management? 2. Supply chains driven by customer demand: a. traditional supply chains b. demand driven… Read more »
Posts Tagged: Radio-Frequency Identification
KIVA Systems – Robots Perform Distribution & Handling
Description: Demonstration of Kiva Systems. The article discusses the utilization of robots in performing distribution & handling of inventory. Source: KIVA Systems Link: http://www.kivasystems.com/demo/index.html Discussion Questions: 1. How effective is distribution & handling of inventory when performed by robots? 2. Ordering, shipping & receiving materials: a. inventory management b. logistics management c. quality… Read more »
All Business – Home Depot Employs Self Checkout
Description: All Business Topics article about self-check-out system in place at Home Depot. Describe the typical customer at Home Depot & the significance of such a change in terms of cost, efficiency, customer service. Source: Retail Merchandiser / All Business Topics Date: 1/31/2002 Link: http://www.allbusiness.com/retail-trade/4294050-1.html Discussion Questions: How has the… Read more »
Wikipedia Entry – Radio-Frequency Identification (RFID)
Description: Wikipedia definition of RFID. Task students to come up with examples with which they come into contact daily or routinely. Discusses advantages & disadvantages of its use. Source: Wikipedia Date: 12/3/2010 Link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rfid Discussion Questions: 1. What are the benefits to the consumer of RFID usage? 2. Define RFID & give examples. 3…. Read more »
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